Author Topic: CB750 Tires (Read 48236 times)

Quail "Owner of the comfortable k8" · « **Reply #25 on:** May 15, 2005, 07:21:20 PM »

If tubes will work the tire company will state it. I run a 160/70/17. Same bike looks great, But you know us Yanks like big tires.

Dennis · « **Reply #26 on:** May 15, 2005, 09:38:18 PM »

I usually just order the tubes and rim strips with my tires. I had one major supplier tell me that they will not sell items that retail for less than $5, so I would have to purchase the rim strips elsewhere. So I told them that I would have to purchase my tires elsewhere. If you want to know who this was, just ask.
I have also purchased tubes and rim strips from local dealers and the local independent Harley shop (but his selection of sizes was understandably limited). They are really not difficult to find, just ask whereever you shop for your tires.

cben750f0 · « **Reply #27 on:** May 15, 2005, 09:41:10 PM »

quail, do you run tht tyre on the standard rim?.. i have a 77 and am running 133/80-18 on the back....please explain? ..peace

Quail "Owner of the comfortable k8" · « **Reply #28 on:** May 16, 2005, 07:10:05 AM »

yes my cb750k8 came with a 17" rim. Yes it is the factory rim. It looks good, wears harder in the center, corners like a dream. dunlop k591hd tire.

vlocci · « **Reply #29 on:** May 16, 2005, 10:25:00 AM »

Quail,

Did you manage to squeeze that tire in on a stock swingarm? Still running the 630 chain? I’m due for tires and like the wide rear look… Any chance you can snap a picture?

Thanks,

Vin

qcextreme · « **Reply #30 on:** May 26, 2005, 08:08:50 PM »

75 CB750F SuperSport looking to get new tires for the old girl, but don't know what size metric tires to get I was thinking 130/80/18 for the rear, Can I fit anything bigger on her??? and a 100/90/19 for the front let me know it this sounds about right

dzachary99 · « **Reply #31 on:** May 26, 2005, 08:42:31 PM »

I put a 130/90h18 rear and I can't recall what I have on front, I think a 110?

Terry in Australia · « **Reply #32 on:** May 26, 2005, 09:33:27 PM »

You need a 120/90 H(or V)18 on the back, and a 100/90H(or V)19 on the front no point going too wide on the back, you'll just roll the fat tire off that skinny rim, if it clears the chain. A 130/80 is probably the same width as a 120/90, but a lower profile that the original tire, so you'll effectively lower the gearing. I made the mistake of putting a 120/80 instead of a 120/90 on the bacl of my bike, and it looks like a skateboard wheel, ha ha! Cheers, Terry.

Clyde · « **Reply #33 on:** May 26, 2005, 10:23:50 PM »

Like Terry I use a 100/90-19 or a 3.25-19 on the front. Metzler still make a ME33(Laser) in the 3.25 size, which I find a great tyre for the front(in fact I just bought a new one yesterday). Their data shows the metric and older imperial as being virtually the same.
On the back I also use a 120/90-18. This is actually bigger than recommended for the standard 2.15 rims, but seems OK to ride on.
Any bigger and the tyre is too big for the rim and you lose the value of a wider tyre as you cannot use the edges due to the tighter radius, caused by the narrow rims.

qcextreme · « **Reply #34 on:** May 27, 2005, 05:35:27 AM »

thanks for all the help guys, jut one more question what's the H or V mean?? and what size tubes do in need??

Einyodeler · « **Reply #35 on:** May 27, 2005, 05:44:29 AM »

Here are the ratings:
non rated -- up to 93 mph
S -- up to 112 mph
H -- up to 130 mph
V -- up to 149 mph
Z -- over 149 mph
With these bikes you`re fine with good quality H rated tires

You`ll need a 4.00 - 4.50" x 18" rear and a 3.25 - 3.50" x 19" front inner tubes.Don`t forget to put in new rim strips as they`re only about $1.50 each.
And I totally agree with Terry,wider tires are fine if you don`t plan on taking any corners.Mine had 130/90-18 rear and 110/90-19 front and it was always a little squirrely in turns,I replaced with 120/90-18 and 100/90-19`s and now I can scrape my pegs with ease

Dennis · « **Reply #36 on:** May 27, 2005, 08:30:04 AM »

There are probably a bunch of riders who will disagree with this but on my '75 CB750F I have
90/90-H19 F
120/90-H18 R

The front was selected as the closest match to the OD of the original with the limited amount of information I had available to me at the time. I learned later that the manufacturers say that 100/90 is equivalant of 3.25" tire, even though 90MM = 3.54"
All I can say is that it turn just fine!! Unlike 110/90 tires!!

qcextreme · « **Reply #37 on:** May 27, 2005, 04:48:02 PM »

looks like I'm buying online some where, none of the local bike shop have any thing to fit, where does everyone buy from, and what kind of tires should I get, I want something that's going to stick to the road but not going to break the bank, something new age if you know what I mean...120/90/18 Rear 100/90/19 Front

Terry in Australia · « **Reply #38 on:** May 27, 2005, 09:51:59 PM »

Well this is almost a "what religion?" question, and we'll all disagree here based on our own experience, but for me, after a lot of miles on a lot of bikes over a lot of years, I've settled on Bridgestone BT45R's, magnificent tires with fantastic grip and wear characteristics, and not expensive like some of the European brands.

I've ridden on tires from France, Germany and Italy (and some "British" tires that are actually made in Asia) and none of them are better than the Bridgestones, but ALL of them are more expensive.

You can buy cheaper tires again, but then we fall into the "How much is your own life worth" scenario, as tires are safety items, and no less important than brakes or shockers. Cheers, Terry.

Dennis · « **Reply #39 on:** May 27, 2005, 11:02:52 PM »

Well, Terry likes the Bridgestone BT-45's and I cannot disagree. I have them on my Yamaha RD350 and I think that they're great.
On my CB750F I decided to save a few dollars and went one step down with the Bridgestone Spitfire S-11 and they're pretty good too. Still trying to decide what I will use when I finish my CB500-K1 Four.
As far as where to buy, I have purchased tires from Chaparral and have been very pleased with service and prices. I have also purchased from another large well known on line source which really pissed me off. If you want to know who and why let me know and I will tell. I have purchased ther items from Dennis Kirk and their service also was very good. However with Kirk you will have to tell them that you want them to match the other stores price or you will pay more. It is their policy to match competing prices.

riotmachine · « **Reply #40 on:** May 28, 2005, 09:06:01 AM »

looking for some whitewalls for my cb350.. anyone know who carries these?

Uncle Ernie · « **Reply #41 on:** May 28, 2005, 06:48:05 PM »

My experience is that if you stay with the OEM sizes, your bike will handle better in the turns.

Whitewalls sound cool. Wonder how they would hold the road?

2wheels · « **Reply #42 on:** June 01, 2005, 09:02:18 AM »

Hi
I'm new here, but not new to a sohc4
I've had my Honda 750, 1970 for quite some time.
I ride less than 1000 miles per year so it doesn't see a lot of wear. But now it's time for new tires and I'm wondering what to buy. Any sugestions.

Thanks

Glenn Stauffer · « **Reply #43 on:** June 01, 2005, 09:22:25 AM »

Try the FAQ and a search in the archives: http://glennstauffer.com/smf/index.php?board=19.0

This is a topic that has been covered many times and you will find all you need to know in those two places.

--Glenn

eldar · « **Reply #44 on:** June 01, 2005, 02:11:21 PM »

just go to a honda shop for tires. Most of the time when you get tires through the mail, it ends up costing as much anyways. You still have to mount and balance the tire and this is usually best left to a professional. Tires are the most important thing on your bike. It is what touches the ground.

Bob Wessner · « **Reply #45 on:** June 01, 2005, 02:55:01 PM »

Even though I changed my front and rear myself this past winter, I agree 100%. I have the "one time" satisfaction of having done it myself, but not the next time, a real pain!

kayemcee · « **Reply #46 on:** June 01, 2005, 02:57:35 PM »

hello all. new to the forum here.
i have a '77 750f that's been in my family since it left the showroom floor. still very clean. i have several other bikes , but i've chosen to dig out the 750 for my every day rider this year.
here are my questions:
*does avon make a good tire that competes with the bridgestone bt-45 and the dunlop 501's?
should i go 100 up front and 130 for the back? i ride aggressively.
*who makes the best 630 to 530 chain conversion kit? i'm leaining towards a black powdercoated sprocket specialist rear....but they take forever.
what size sprockets should i go with? i've been told that with the conversion, most companies only offer a 17 tooth front when 14 was stock.
this would mean i would have to go to a 50 tooth rear to get the same ratio as stock. am i wrong?

thanks in advance for your help, and i'm glad i've found this forum as we're sort of new to the computer world....

kmc

here's what's in our garage (me+dad)

1991 yamaha fzr 1040 (155 h.p. @ wheel)
1991/1996 honda cbr 600 f2/f3 (track bike)
1988 honda cbr 1000 (custom kosman rear wheel)
1986 honda vfr 700 (stock - mint)
1985 moto guzzi 850 lemans (rare white w/chrome conti system) may be for sale....
1977 honda cb 750f (super clean!)
1977 yamaha gt 80
1972 yamaha r5 350 (2 of them - projects)
1969 triumph trident (custom cafe)

SteveD CB500F · « **Reply #47 on:** June 02, 2005, 03:06:21 AM »

Couldn't agree more Bob, we always did our own back in the '70s (I still have the tyre levers), but we still had to go to a local shop/garage to pump them up and balance them (it was free in tose days though!)

Nowadays I take the wheel in and collect it next day all fixed !!

2wheels · « **Reply #48 on:** June 02, 2005, 09:50:10 AM »

Thanks for all the positive responces. Sorry I got the wrong forum, should have been the general stuff.
I don't have a bike shop close by so I want to be a little knowledgeable before I make the trip.
Tires are so simple, unless you end up with the wrong ones.
I have mounted tires before, but with tubes involved I'd rather give it to someone who does it once a week.

kayemcee · « **Reply #49 on:** June 02, 2005, 10:07:05 AM »

bump.
hey all, i know i'm new but come on......
i've looked for the answers to the chain/sprocket dilema in the past forums, and couldn't find the answer anywhere. i don't want to be the new person asking stupid ?'s that have been answered hundreds of times, but this is not the case. (i hope)
nobody has an opinion on this matter?

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Author Topic: CB750 Tires (Read 48236 times)

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